Sterile Processing Technician, PRN

Campbell Clinic Inc.; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance

HRA Option

Flexible Spending Account

Basic Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Campbell Clinic Midtown in Memphis seeks a PRN Sterile Processing Technician to manage sterile processing in the OR, ensuring instruments and supplies meet standards. The role emphasizes sterile technique, infection control, and documentation to maintain compliance with health and safety regulations.

Requirements include GED, 1 year of sterile processing experience, and Certification as a Sterile Processor with BLS. Orthopaedic experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• GED required.
• 1 year of sterile processing experience.
• Orthopaedic surgery experience preferred.
• Certified Sterile Processor Certification required and must be maintained.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for daily activities and operations of the Sterile Processing Room in the Operating Room.
• Ensure sterile techniques, instrumentation identification and use, and infection prevention.
• Ensure equipment is cleaned, inspected, tested, and maintained per sterile technique principles.
• Troubleshoot problems with equipment, supplies, and service and inform appropriate personnel.
• Handle chemicals/cleaning fluids safely and manage waste per MSDS and OSHA.
• Monitor operative schedule and coordinate with vendors to secure supplies and implants.
• Maintain State and Federal sterility paperwork and compliance documentation.
• Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance.
• Collaborate cooperatively with staff and perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Sterile techniques

Infection control

Equipment maintenance

Troubleshooting

Vendor liaison

Attendance reliability

Education

GED

Tools

Sterile equipment

Job description

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Not Benefits Elig Surgery Center Midtown, Memphis, TN, US

Note: This position is PRN.

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for the daily activities and operations of the Sterile Processing Room within the Operating Room to provide sterile instruments and supplies in accordance with professional standards.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Essential Functions Statement(s)

1. Possesses knowledge of sterile techniques, instrumentation, identification and use, and understands the importance of infection prevention

2. Ensures equipment is cleaned, inspected, tested, and maintained according to principles of sterile technique, thereby consistently maintaining instrumentation and documentation needed for caseload

3. Troubleshoots problems related to equipment, supplies, and service. Takes appropriate corrective action when a break in technique occurs and informs the appropriate personnel

4. Exercises caution when using chemicals/cleaning fluids that are toxic or caustic and ensures that solid/infectious waste is collected and delivered to the collection area in a timely manner in accordance with MSDS and OSHA regulations

5. Monitors operative schedule and communicates with vendors and representatives to ensure required supplies and implants are available for continuity of provision of services

6. Responsible for maintaining State and Federal sterility paperwork and other needed documentation to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations

7. Regular and predictable attendance

8. Ability to work in a cooperative manner with others

9. Performs all other duties as assigned

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education:

High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) required.

Experience:

1 year of sterile processing experience required.

Orthopaedic surgery experience preferred.

Knowledge of methods and procedures for contamination control.

Knowledge of surgical instruments, equipment and supplies.

Certifications:

Certified Sterile Processor Certification required and must be maintained.

BLS certification required.

Campbell Clinic Benefit Summary:

• Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance
• HRA Option
• Flexible Spending Account
• Basic Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance Option
• Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability
• Critical Illness Insurance
• 401(k) Plan Matching + Profit Sharing
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Personal/Sick Time
• Paid Holidays

ADA Disclaimer

: In developing this job, description care was taken to include all competencies needed to successfully perform in this position. However, for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) purposes, the essential functions of the job may or may not have been described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled